Glock 19 Gen 4 (1,000 Round Test)

Published on January 4, 2011
Duration: 24:24

This 1,000-round test of the Glock 19 Gen 4, conducted by Hickok45, found the pistol to be reliable, especially with moderate to high-power ammunition. While three minor failures to eject (stovepipes) occurred, they were attributed to marginal budget ammo. The Gen 4's dual recoil spring system performed well, though the trigger on this specific unit had noticeable creep.

Quick Summary

The Glock 19 Gen 4 proved reliable in a 1,000-round test, with three minor failures to eject attributed to marginal budget ammunition. Hickok45 noted the dual recoil spring performed well but found the trigger on this unit had noticeable creep.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: 1,000 Round Test
  2. 02:10Ammo Selection & Round Count
  3. 04:10Reliability & Break-in Period
  4. 06:40Live Fire Testing: Various Brands
  5. 16:15Malfunction Summary
  6. 18:30Final Assessment & Trigger

Frequently Asked Questions

How reliable is the Glock 19 Gen 4 after 1,000 rounds?

The Glock 19 Gen 4 demonstrated good reliability in a 1,000-round test, with only three minor failures to eject attributed to marginal budget ammunition. It performed consistently with a variety of 9mm loads.

What issues did Hickok45 find with the Glock 19 Gen 4 trigger?

Hickok45 noted that the trigger on his specific Glock 19 Gen 4 test unit had a noticeable amount of 'creep,' which he found less desirable compared to the crisper triggers he prefers on other Glocks.

Does the Glock 19 Gen 4 require a break-in period?

Glocks are generally known to function reliably out of the box. While the Gen 4's dual recoil spring might benefit from some initial rounds, it's not typically considered to have a mandatory break-in period like some other firearms.

What ammunition performed best in the Glock 19 Gen 4 test?

The test indicated that moderate to high-power ammunition cycled the Glock 19 Gen 4 most reliably. Budget or 'marginal' loads, like UMC, Federal Champion, and Winchester White Box, were more prone to causing minor cycling issues.

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